NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12608 W 85th Ave Saint John, IN 46373

Saint John Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $520,000 - $638,000

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,436 Sq Ft
$169/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 21, 2012

Last sale price $325,000 $95 Per Sq Ft

Est. 79% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,698/month

119 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • 6.37 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Kolling Elementary School Rated A
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Cul-De-Sac

About This Home

As of September 2012

Beautiful 5 bedroom, 4 bath home situated on 6.37 breathtaking wooded acres w/serene running creek. Immaculate home exquisitely decorated & updated with gorgeous ceramic flooring thru-out the entire main level and hardwood knotty oak gleaming through the spacious upper level. 10 ft ceilings tower the semi-finished walk-out basement, horses allowed and MUCH... MUCH... MORE!!! A wooded parcel this size, with all the in-town conveniences is quite a rare find!!! Close to Illinois border with the ability to commute. Price is subject to bank approving short sale.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gina Guarino

McColly Real Estate License #RB14043690 Listed on: 10/07/2011

McColly Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Gina Guarino

McColly Real Estate License #RB14043690 Listed on: 10/07/2011

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,258

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 6.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 330x577
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Landscaped
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Basement
  • Fireplace in Basement

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Horses Allowed On Property

Community Details

  • Pon And Co's St. John Acres Subdivision
  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451120351004000032

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,258

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Cul-De-Sac, Horses Allowed, Landscaped, Open Lot, Sloped, Wooded
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA254
  • Subdivision Name: Pon and Co's St. John Acres
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2686
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: 12
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Interior Amenities: Country Kitchen
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 750
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room, Lower Level
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Owner

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 6.37
  • Waterfront Features: Creek, Stream
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Brick, Cedar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Well

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Lake Central

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 330X577
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 277477
  • Parcel #: 451120351004000032

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3258

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2014
Sold by
Jonkman Justin Sean and Jonkman Justin S
Bought by
Jonkman Rebecca Sue and Jonkman Justin
Current Estimated Value
$582,325

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 7, 2011
Closed on
Oct 15, 2012
Sold by
Barnes Charles E and Barnes Tammy A
Bought by
Jonkman Justin S
Seller's Agent
Gina Guarino
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gina Guarino
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$325,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.56%
Original Mortgage
$297,618
Outstanding Balance
$208,406
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$373,919

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 7, 2011
Closed on
Sep 19, 2012
Sold by
Barnes Charles E and Barnes Tammy A
Bought by
Jonkman Justin S
Seller's Agent
Gina Guarino
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gina Guarino
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$325,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$297,618
Outstanding Balance
$208,406
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$373,919

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2005
Sold by
Brockway Ii Richard A and Estate Of Virginia A Brockway
Bought by
Barnes Charles E and Barnes Tammy A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Jonkman Rebecca Sue -- None Available
Jonkman Justin S -- None Available
Jonkman Justin S -- None Available
Barnes Charles E $400,000 Community Title Group
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jonkman Justin S $297,618
Closed Jonkman Justin S $297,618
Previous Owner Barnes Charles E $340,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/21/2012 09/21/12 Sold $325,000 0.0% $95 / Sq Ft
02/03/2012 02/03/12 Pending -- -- --
10/07/2011 10/07/11 For Sale $325,000 -- $95 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,320 $456,500 $173,300 $283,200
2023 $4,155 $443,300 $173,300 $270,000
2022 $4,155 $427,100 $173,300 $253,800
2021 $3,860 $410,800 $173,300 $237,500
2020 $3,150 $353,100 $89,300 $263,800
2019 $3,607 $367,600 $61,100 $306,500
2018 $3,554 $360,100 $61,100 $299,000
2017 $3,354 $361,100 $61,100 $300,000
2016 $3,361 $368,100 $61,100 $307,000
2014 $2,753 $344,100 $61,100 $283,000
2013 $6,381 $431,500 $61,100 $370,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gina Guarino

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Gina Guarino

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 765-6698

    78 in this area

    294 Total Sales

    Gina Guarino
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 295469

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-11-20-351-004.000-032

Indiana Lake County Saint John 46311 Saint John

12608 W 85th Ave, Saint John, IN

This home is located at 12608 W 85th Ave, Saint John, IN 46373 since 07 October 2011 and is currently estimated at $582,325, approximately $169 per square foot. This property was built in 1986. 12608 W 85th Ave is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Kolling Elementary School, Hal E Clark Middle School, and Lake Central High School.

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